Your Valentine could be waiting for you at SAHMRI... apply for a role today! Current vacancies: 🧑‍💻 Operations and Business Support Officer 📊 Research Assistant Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we're excited to share that SAHMRI Executive Director Prof Maria Makrides has been named a finalist for 2026 Woman of the Year! 👏 Presented by The Advertiser, Sunday Mail and SkyCity, this nomination recognises her leadership and research impact.

A new Aboriginal-led research framework has been launched to shape the future of ageing well for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in South Australia. “These priorities have been defined by community, for community,” Prof Odette Pearson said. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/AW-Priorities

The first episode of SAHMRI's 2026 podcast has just dropped! 🎙️ Meet Dr Stephen Blake, cancer immunologist at SAHMRI, who's focusing on how the immune system and gut microbiome influence cancer treatment response and side effects. Listen 🎧 https://sahmri.au/Podcast-Stephen

SAHMRI blood cancer researcher, Dr Devendra Hiwase, has been announced as one of seven South Australian cancer researchers to be awarded a 2026 Cancer Council SA Research Fellowship. 👏 Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/CCSA-26

A world-first clinical trial will test personalised vaccines for children with aggressive brain cancer. 🧠 Led by SAHMRI's Prof Jordan Hansford, this is a national collaboration with researchers from The University of Queensland and sites all over Australia. More 👉 https://sahmri.au/PaedNEO-VAX

South Australian aged care providers can access reports to measure and compare their performance to other providers across the nation. 🏘️ The @rosasahmri.bsky.social Outcome Monitoring System reports act as a valuable tool to better understand and improve care. More ➡️ https://sahmri.au/ROSA-OMS-25

If you’re aged 18-35 and have never had the BCG vaccine, you may be able to participate in this study investigating how gut bacteria influence immune responses. 💉 Participants will be reimbursed up to $750 for their time. Learn more 👉 https://sahmri.org.au/avirs

Join the growing team at SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 📁 Human Resources Business Partner 📊 Biostatistician ☢️ Lead Radiochemist in Quality Control 🧑‍💻 Senior Research Fellow Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

An Australian research collaboration has led to a new treatment approach for those with ALL. 💊 The clinical trial tested a different treatment approach using a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The findings are the result of a decade of research. More 👉 https://sahmri.au/Treat-ALL

Researchers at SAHMRI and Flinders University are on the hunt for a Long COVID cure. 🦠 A new study led by Prof David Lynn is looking to uncover the biological mechanisms that cause the condition, paving the way for future treatments. Read more ➡️ https://sahmri.au/Long-COVID-Study

SAHMRI's Walk Strong, Walk Tall program has launched new resources into classrooms. 📚 Copies of 'My Feet' have been posted to every primary school in SA, introducing young learners to Aboriginal perspectives while focusing on foot health and overall wellbeing. Read 👉 https://sahmri.au/My-Feet

Researchers at SAHMRI and Adelaide University are seeking South Australian women recently diagnosed with breast cancer. This trial will investigate whether a fibre supplement can reduce some of the cognitive effects that can be brought on by chemotherapy. More 👉 https://sahmri.au/Fibre-Study

SAHMRI's Prof Peter Psaltis joined ABC Mornings for Doctor, Doctor yesterday. 🫀 He answered common questions from listeners about heart health, explained plaque build-up in arteries, and more! Take a listen 🎧 https://sahmri.au/DrDr-Psaltis

SAHMRI has been selected as a site for a trial testing a potential treatment for molluscum. “Families often struggle with molluscum because it can be uncomfortable, highly visible and very slow to resolve,” Clinical Trials Platform Senior Manager, Emma Heath said. 👉 https://sahmri.au/MC-Study

We have a number of positions available at SAHMRI! Current vacancies: ☢️ Lead Radiochemist in Quality Control 📁 Human Resources Business Partner 📊 Biostatistician 🩻 MRI Research Technologist 🧑‍💻 Senior Research Fellow Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

Prof Caroline Miller, Director of SAHMRI's Health Policy Centre, has been appointed to the Preventive Health SA Council. The Council is the key advisory board to Preventive Health SA, which focuses on important health topics such as obesity prevention, tobacco/vaping control, and mental health.

There's new hope for people with myelofibrosis after researchers have developed a highly targeted treatment. 🥼 The research was a collaborative approach from SAHMRI, Adelaide University, SA Pathology and Cancer Council SA. Read more ➡️ https://sahmri.au/Hope-For-Myelofibrosis

Start fresh in 2026 with a new job at SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 📁 Human Resources Business Partner 💻 MRI Research Technologist 🧑‍💻 Senior Research Fellow 🩻 Clinical Research Fellow in Point-of-Care MRI Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

New research has pinpointed the reason why women experience more severe gut pain. 🥼 The international study, led by Prof Stuart Brierley, shows that estrogen is the main culprit, triggering high sensitivity to pain in females. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/Pain-Estrogen

Prof Stuart Brierley has been awarded not one, but two NHMRC grants to further his research into treating chronic pain. 👏 The funding includes a Development Grant to advance a first-in-class therapy for chronic visceral pain in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). More ➡️ https://sahmri.au/Brierley-26

Prof Christina Bursill, A/Prof Susi Woods and Dr Joesphine Wright have all secured significant support through the latest NHMRC Ideas and Development Grants to research some of Australia's most widespread health conditions. 👏 Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/2026-Ideas

An innovative campaign has been launched in South Australia to encourage young people to quit vaping. SAHMRI research indicated that 10.8% of people aged 15 and 29 vaped in 2024. The 'Don't let vaping in' campaign hopes to reduce this number. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/A-V-Campaign

Happy New Year from all of us here at SAHMRI! 🥂 We're back on deck for 2026 and looking forward to another excellent year advancing medical research and creating healthier futures.

And with that, the 2025 season comes to an end. SAHMRI's doors are now closed until the 5th of January while we take a short break. Wishing you all a happy and healthy holiday period. 🎄

There's still time to donate and support our research this Christmas. 🎄 You might not be able to join them in the lab, but your donation could help our researchers make their next breakthrough. Donate today 👉 https://sahmri.au/stopcancer

Does a conference location get much better than this? 🇮🇹 SAHMRI Women and Kids theme leader Prof Alice Rumbold presented her work in the stunning Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista in Venice earlier this year. Bellissimo!

At just 37 years young, Janet Anderson thought her life was nearly over. Then, a SAHMRI clinical trial gave her a second chance at life. Your gift could change lives 👉 sahmri.au/stopcancer

We were delighted to host CEO Catherine Hughes and Board member Claire Dollard from Diabetes SA yesterday! Meaningful collaborations with organisations like Diabetes SA can deliver targeted impact, translating research into practice and creating healthier futures for all.

Congratulations are in order for SAHMRI researchers Christina Bursill and Dan Thomas who have been honoured by the University of Adelaide, earning academic promotion to Professor. 👏 The title recognises the contributions each has made to their fields of endeavour over highly distinguished careers.

Get ready for 2026 by applying for a job with SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 🩻 Photon-Counting Computed Tomography Scientist 💻 Lead Software Developer Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

Congratulations to our list of talented winners at SAHMRI's End of Year Awards last night! 🏆 Executive Director's Award: Pat Maddigan 🏆 Diané Ranck Leadership Award: Michelle Lorimer & Ben Lewis 🏆 Bowen Oliver Communicator Award: Ilaria Pagani 🏆 Community Engagement Award: @rosasahmri.bsky.social

Have you enjoyed our virtual tour over the last few months? 🧑‍💻 This 360-degree experience is only phase one, and we need your help to decide what elements to add in the future! Let us know what you think ➡️ https://sahmri.au/VT-Feedback

Researchers at SAHMRI are looking to validate a new way to measure muscle using creatine. We're seeking healthy people aged 18-30 or over 60 who will need to complete some simple tests. Participants will be compensated with a $50 gift card for their time. More 👉 https://sahmri.au/Muscle-Mass

There's still time to grab your 2026 SAHMRI calendar! 📅 With stunning photos of our building and spectacular research images, your purchase is supporting our life-changing research. Buy here 👉 https://sahmri.au/shop 2026 calendars proudly supported by Finsbury Green.

SAHMRI researchers Prof David Lynn and Dr Natalie Stevens joined ABC Radio to discuss the gut microbiome - does it help or hinder vaccines? 🦠 They discussed this research, and how the AVIRS study is seeking participants to try and understand more about it. Listen 🎧 https://sahmri.au/AVIRS-ABC

This festive season, give the gift of many more Christmases. 🎄 You might not be able to join them in the lab, but your donation could help our researchers make their next breakthrough. Donate today 👉 https://sahmri.au/stopcancer

We're looking for some new faces to join the SAHMRI team! Current vacancies: 💻 Lead Software Developer 💰 Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer 📚 Research Fellow 💼 Senior Project Officer Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

The SAHMRI Registry Centre's Annual Symposium and Datathon will be back in March 2026! Expressions of interest and abstract submissions will close on January 10th so register now if you're interested. More 👉 sahmri.au/RC-Symposium

We're seeking people aged 18-35 for a study investigating the role gut bacteria play in how people respond to vaccination. 💉 Participants will need to attend visits at SAHMRI to receive the BCG vaccine, and will be reimbursed up to $750 for their time. Learn more 👉 https://sahmri.org.au/avirs

SAHMRI PhD candidate, Maxim Buckley, is working to influence the future of Australia’s research system by ensuring postgraduate voices are heard in national policy decisions. “Being an active researcher gives me a unique perspective on policy,” he said. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/Max-CAPA

Today is Giving Tuesday, an opportunity to support a cause that matters to you. 🤍 To mark the occasion, Prof Deb White joined FIVEaa this morning with Janet Anderson, blood cancer survivor and SAHMRI clinical trial participant. Listen 🎧 https://sahmri.au/GT-2025

@rosasahmri.bsky.social has been honoured with a Future of Ageing Award. 🏆 The award acknowledges the success of its five-year MRFF funded Primary Care project, using big data to create service delivery and policy for the Australian aged care sector. Read more 👉 https://sahmri.au/ROSA-FoAA

A new LiveLighter campaign – launched by Chris Picton MP – highlights the damaging amount of sugar in many common drinks. 🥤 LiveLighter is an initiative of Preventive Health SA in collaboration with SAHMRI, Cancer Council SA and Heart Foundation. Tune in to Channel Nine tonight for more.

Join the growing team at SAHMRI! Current vacancies: 💰 Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer 📚 Research Fellow 💻 Senior Project Officer 🩻 Research Radiographer Learn more ➡ https://sahmri.au/vacancies

SAHMRI is contributing to a national project to improve medication safety for older Australians in residential aged care. “Older Australians in aged care often take many medications which increases the chance of errors and side effects,” A/Prof Janet Sluggett said. Read 👉 https://sahmri.au/ROSA-FW

SAHMRI’s cancer researchers are looking at the influence of gut health on cancer recovery. 🥦 Our research is showing excellent promise but we need your help to push it forward. Donate today 💰 https://sahmri.au/stopcancer

Antibiotics could be making vaccines less effective. 💊 This new article from the ABC delves into Prof David Lynn's latest study which found that babies exposed to antibiotics very young were less likely to be protected by vaccinations than those who hadn't. Read more ➡️ https://sahmri.au/ABC-Lynn

Congratulations to our Chair Hieu van Le AC who has been honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Asian-Australian Leadership Awards. In recognition of this honour, Mr Le has written about the opportunity that cultural diversity brings to Australia. 📰 sahmri.au/Hieu-Story

We are very excited to announce the first ever SAHMRI calendar is now available for purchase! 📅 With stunning architectural and research imaging photos you’ve never seen before, you’ll want to get your hands on this. Grab yours for only $30 plus shipping 👉 sahmri.au/shop